Sohai
About Sohai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sohai village is 323322. Sohai village is located in Deganga subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Deganga. Barasat is the district headquarter of Sohai village. As per 2009 stats, Sohai Shetpur is the gram panchayat of Sohai village.
The total geographical area of village is 295.02 hectares. Sohai has a total population of 4,858 peoples, out of which male population is 2,534 while female population is 2,324. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sohai village is 62.29% out of which 65.39% males and 58.91% females are literate. There are about 1,082 houses in sohai village. Pincode of sohai village locality is 743423.
When it comes to administration, Sohai village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sohai village comes under Deganga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barasat Lok Sabha constituency. Barasat is nearest town to sohai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Sohai
The population details of Sohai cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,858 | 2,534 | 2,324 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 664 | 353 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 3,026 | 1,657 | 1,369 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,832 | 877 | 955 |
Connectivity of Sohai
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sohai
Where is Sohai located?
Sohai village is situated in Deganga Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohai is Sohai Shetpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sohai?
The pincode of Sohai is 743423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sohai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohai is 4,858, with 2,534 males and 2,324 females.
How many households are there in Sohai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohai village has a total of 1,082 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohai is 62.29%. The male literacy rate is 65.39%, while the female literacy rate is 58.91%.